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Wakkanai Station

Wakkanai Station is the famed, northernmost railway station in Japan, located on the JR Soya Main Line. It sits just a 20-minute drive up from Wakkanai Airport, a 2-minute drive from the ferry terminal, and a 40-minute drive to Cape Soya, Japan's northernmost point. Swing by here for a smattering of different sightseeing delights, a bus terminal just off the front doorstep for routes to get you going, intercity buses to Sapporo, and regular sightseeing buses. For an added perk, check out Roadside Station Wakkanai just next door, the northernmost roadside station in Japan.

• Wakkanai and Rumoi
• Stations & Roadside Stations & Tourist Information Centers

Venus Line

"Venus Line" is a plateau driving course in Nagano Prefecture with a total length of about 76km and an average altitude of 1400m. It is a mountain road that runs through the plateau of Yatsugatake-Chūshin Kōgen Quasi-National Park.

• Nagano
• Nature Spots

Hotel Floracion Nasu

A resort hotel nestled in the lush highlands, Hotel Floracion Nasu exudes elegance with its Northern Italian-inspired exterior, a lobby adorned with luxurious chandeliers, and a courtyard fountain that enhances the sophisticated atmosphere.

• Tochigi
• Hotels

JR Tadami Line

The JR Tadami Line runs for 135,2km between Aizuwakamatsu Station in Fukushima and Koide Station in Niigata. It runs through the Tadami River valley in the deep mountains, providing beautiful seasonal scenery from the train windows, including cherry blossoms in spring, greenery in summer, autumn leaves in autumn, and snow in winter.

• Fukushima
• Niigata
• Trains & Subway

Michi-no-Eki Irihirose

The Michi-no-Eki Irihirose (Roadside Station Irihirose), situated along National Route 252 between Niigata and Fukushima Prefectures in the former Irihirose district of Uonuma City, also known as the "Mountain Vegetable Republic."

• Niigata
• Stations & Roadside Stations & Tourist Information Centers

TOKYO SKYTREE(R) TOKYO SKYTREE TOWN(R)

Boasting a height of 634 meters, TOKYO SKYTREE is the world’s tallest free-standing tower which stands in the center of TOKYO SKYTREE TOWN surrounded by tourist facilities. The tower has two observation decks, Tembo Deck at a height of 350 meters and Tembo Galleria at 450 meters.

• Asakusa, Tokyo Skytree
• Observatories

Lake Hibara

Formed by the eruption of Mount Bandai, Lake Hibara is the largest lake in the Urabandai region, with a circumference of about 31 kilometers. A scenic road encircles the lake, making it a popular driving route where visitors can enjoy the area’s changing landscapes throughout the four seasons. Sightseeing boats and motorboats operate on the lake, offering the chance to admire the majestic view of Mount Bandai from the water.

• Fukushima
• Nature Spots

Nishi Azuma Sky Valley

Located between the northern shore of Lake Hibara in Ura-Bandai, Fukushima Prefecture, and the famous hot springs of Shirabu Onsen in Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture, this approximately 17.8 km tourist road runs through the mountains of Tohoku, surrounded by lush natural beauty, providing a thrilling and scenic driving experience. The autumn foliage along this road is particularly stunning, with a tapestry of red, yellow, and deep green creating picturesque landscapes that unfold beyond the car windows.

• Fukushima
• Famous Places

Roadside Station Utsunomiya Romantic Village

Roadside stations throughout Japan are popular as places to rest from driving and purchasing local products and souvenirs. Utsunomiya Romantic Village is not only a regular roadside station but also a farm park where you can enjoy a farming experience, playing in the forest, a dog park, a hot spring, a swimming pool, and accommodation facilities!

• Tochigi
• Stations & Roadside Stations & Tourist Information Centers

Mount Nantai (Nantaisan)

Rising on the north shore of Lake Chuzenji, Mount Nantai is a 2,486-meter peak selected as one of Japan’s 100 Famous Mountains. Since the monk Shodo Shonin first reached the summit in Ten’o 2 (782), it has been worshiped as a sacred mountain representing the Nikko Mountain Range. From the trailhead at an elevation of Approx. 1,200 meters, it takes 3.5-4 hours to reach the summit and 2.5-3 hours to descend, making it a popular day-hike spot.

• Tochigi
• Nature Spots